联合国前副秘书长沙祖康访问启明星

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4月28日，联合国前副秘书长沙祖康和中国前驻塞浦路斯、乌干达大使赵亚力访问了启明星学校北皋校区。一同访问的还有沙祖康夫人、中国驻釜山总领事馆前总领事刘谨凤女士。

沙祖康先生（右六）、赵亚力先生（右三）和刘谨凤女士（左六）和启明星执行校董许尚杰（左五）、学校领导团队、师生合影。

沙祖康先生是中国外交界的风云人物，先后担任中国常驻联合国代表团参赞、外交部国际司副司长、中国常驻日内瓦裁军谈判会议大使、外交部军控司司长、中国常驻日内瓦联合国办事处和瑞士其他国际组织的代表和大使，是我国一系列重大军控和裁军倡议的设计者之一，也是改革开放以来中国外交的参与者和见证者。

沙先生出任联合国副秘书长、主管经济和社会问题的时候，推动制定了联合国的可持续发展目标（SDG），成为全世界发展的纲领。

参观

5年级学生王子天和张竟文担任小向导，带客人们参观了启明星中西合璧的校园和完善的教学设施：

解惑

11年级学生王康睿和杨一森对加入国际组织工作特别有兴趣。他们抓住这次难得的机会，当面访问了这些资深的职业外交家：

问：想要从事外交工作或是进入国际组织工作，我们需要做哪些准备呢？

沙祖康先生：有这样的志向特别好！因为你们不但有为中国人民服务的愿望，也有为世界人民服务的理想。

怎样做好外交工作呢？我的建议主要有2点：

第一，刚刚参观我了解到，这所学校是很先进的。你们要利用好学校的条件，抓紧可以专心学习的时间，心无旁骛地学习。

第二，作为外交官，要了解自己的国家。比如，如果你是中国人，你要了解自己的祖国，了解中国浩瀚灿烂的历史，了解我们国家经济社会文化的方方面面；另外，你也要了解世界，了解某个国家或者国际社会方方面面的知识和现实。

还有，刚刚参观的时候我发现，这里（启明星）的小孩子中英文都很好。这样很好，外文不好，外交无从做起，但是中文也很重要，学好英文的同时，中文学习不能烂尾。

赵亚力先生：除了语言能力很重要，体育锻炼对于你们也非常重要。

沙祖康先生：没有健康，什么都不要谈。比如我自己，做外交官的时候，我的工作强度非常大，但我能坚持下来，就是因为有坚持运动的习惯。我从小练体操，打网球、羽毛球，游泳，66岁开始打高尔夫球。刚刚我看到你们的娃娃满场跑，晒得黑黑的，很好啊！

赵亚力先生：现在，中国人在国际组织做职员的比例还是需要提高的。你们这样学校的学生在加入国际组织方面是有优势的，无论是语言能力还是知识结构。你们愿意为中国、为全人类的福利服务，是很让人欣赏的！

问：中国在世界的可持续发展方面担当什么样的责任，处于什么样的地位？

沙祖康先生：今天，中国已经是推进可持续发展的冠军。我们的风力发电、太阳能发电和核能发展都是世界第一，水力发电发展也是很快的。前些天中央台的新闻报道，我们的风能和太阳能的装机容量已经超过化石能源，也就是说以后我们的能源主要依靠风能和太阳能，而不是石油和煤炭了。在清洁能源发展方面，我们已经遥遥走在世界前列。孩子们，你们关心这些议题非常好！

沙祖康先生和赵亚力先生强调的语言素养、知识结构、体育健康，正是启明星教育无时无刻不在关注的细节。

作为职业外交官，他们终生为之奋斗的理想，也和启明关注社会创新、培养胸怀天下的世界公民的理念并行不悖！

启明星总是吸引和邀请社会各界菁英和知名人士来到校园，成为学生开阔视野、了解真实世界的机会。

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On April 28,former United Nations Under-Secretary-General Mr. Sha Zukangandformer Chinese Ambassador to Cyprus and Uganda Mr. Zhao Yalivisited Daystar Academy’s Beigao Campus.They were joined by Mrs. Sha and Ms. Liu Jinfeng, former Consul General at the Chinese Consulate in Busan.

Mr. Sha Zukang (sixth from right), Mr. Zhao Yali (third from right), and Ms. Liu Jinfeng (sixth from left) with Daystar Academy executive board member Jack Hsu (five from left), leadership, faculty, and students.

Mr. Sha Zukang is a prominent figure in China's diplomatic circles.He has held a wide range of important positions, including: First Secretary and Counsellor at the Permanent Mission of the People’s Republic of China to the United Nations, New York; Counsellor and Deputy Director-General of the Department of International Organizations and Conferences of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador for Disarmament Affairs to the UN Office in Geneva, Director-General of the Department of Arms Control of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Permanent Representative and Ambassador of China to the United Nations Office at Geneva and other international organizations in Switzerland. He was one of the architects of a series of major arms control and disarmament initiatives and has been both a participant in and a witness to China's diplomacy since the beginning of the reform and opening-up period.

Mr. Sha also playeda key role in promoting the formulation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)during his tenure as UN Under-Secretary-General for Economic and Social Affairs, helping establish them as a global agenda for development.

Campus Tour

Fifth grade students Thomas Wang and Miya Zhang served as junior guides, leading the guests on a tour of Daystar’s campus and state-of-the-art facilities.

Interview

Eleventh grade students Kerry Wang and Ethan Yang, both passionate about working for international organizations, seized the opportunity to speak directly with the seasoned diplomats:

Q: What should we do if we want to pursue a career in diplomacy or with international organizations?

Mr. Sha Zukang:It’s wonderful that you have such aspirations! It means you're not only thinking of serving the people of China but also have a vision for serving humanity at large.

If you want to prepare for a career in diplomacy, I have two main suggestions:

First, Daystar is a pioneering school; this was clear during my visit. Make the most of the learning environment here. Focus on studying, and do so without distractions.

Second, a good diplomat must understand their own country. For example, as a Chinese citizen, you should deeply understand China’s rich and profound history, as well as the country’s economy, society, and culture. In addition, you must understand the world—global issues, the realities of specific countries, and how international systems work.

I also noticed how well your students speak both English and Chinese—this is excellent. Language is essential: without strong language skills, there is no diplomacy. However, don’t neglect Chinese while you’re strengthening your English. Both are vital.

Mr. Zhao Yali:Besides language skills, physical fitness is also extremely important.

Mr. Sha Zukang:Without good health, nothing else matters. When I was a diplomat, although my workload was intense, I was able to endure because I maintained a dedicated exercise routine. I practiced gymnastics as a child, played tennis and badminton, swam regularly, and even took up golf at 66. I saw the younger students running around the playground earlier—tanned and energetic. That’s great!

Mr. Zhao Yali:Currently, the proportion of Chinese professionals in international organizations is still too low. Students like you from schools like Daystar have a real advantage when it comes to pursuing such careers—your language proficiency and knowledge base are very competitive. It's truly admirable that you want to serve the welfare of both China and the global community!

Q: What role does China play in global sustainable development?

Mr. Sha Zukang:Today, China is a leader in promoting sustainable development. We’re number one globally in wind energy, solar power, and nuclear energy development, and our hydropower is advancing rapidly. In the field of clean energy, China is leading the way. Just recently, CCTV reported that China’s wind and solar installed capacity has surpassed that of fossil fuels—meaning that in the future, our energy will be primarily from renewable sources rather than oil or coal.

I was fortunate to be involved in developing the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) during my tenure as UN Under-Secretary-General in charge of Economic and Social Affairs. These goals have now become the global blueprint for development. I’m glad to see you taking an interest in these important issues!

The values emphasized by Mr. Sha and Mr. Zhao—language proficiency, well-rounded knowledge, and physical health—are at the heart of Daystar’s holistic education.

The ideals these veteran diplomats have spent their careers pursuing align closely with Daystar’s mission to nurture socially innovative global citizens with a heart for the world.

Daystar Academy regularly invites leaders and distinguished guests from all walks of life to campus—opening doors for students to broaden their horizons and engage with the real world.

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